MacWorld takes a closer look at how some of the technology inside the iPhone works in an article titled, "How the iPhone Works."
The article explains the science behind:
- Screen coating protects against dirt - Screen dims to automatically save power - Light sensors scan for electromagnetic intensity - Capacitive touch screen - Proximity sensor blanks screen automatically - Going full tilt - Shake to shuffle and more - GPS finds your current location - Apps that use the iPhone microphone - Augmented reality apps show pop-up data
Things like the iPhone's oleophobic coating have been covered in the past; however, you may find some interesting information you haven't heard before.